What Drives Us At Deaf Child Hope – Taking A Moment to Reflect

Answering God’s Call: Supporting Deaf Children Living in Poverty

Most people have a cause they are passionate about—something that inspires them to invest their time, energy, and resources. We don’t all share the same passions, and that’s exactly how God intended it to be. But has God ever stirred your heart so powerfully that you knew you had to act? Perhaps you were already involved, but that conviction became undeniable. You started rearranging your life, making sacrifices, and following God’s calling—even when it wasn’t easy.

At Deaf Child Hope (DCH), many of us have had that exact experience. Matthew 25:40 is more than just a meaningful Bible verse to us—it’s the foundation of our mission:

“Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” — Matthew 25:40

This verse reminds us of the critical importance of helping the least of these—and we believe deaf children living in poverty are among them. Not because they are less valuable, but because their circumstances are incredibly challenging. These children often lack access to deaf education, sign language, and community support. Deaf Child Hope International was founded 14 years ago because our founder, JD King, and many of our staff listened to the Holy Spirit’s call to support these children.

People sometimes ask: Why does God allow poverty? The truth is, God didn’t create poverty—it entered the world through sin. When we wonder why God isn’t doing something about it, we need to recognize He absolutely is—by convicting each of us to take action.

For some, that calling involves helping the environment or working with animals. For others, it means serving local communities, volunteering at food banks, or fostering children. But for those of us at Deaf Child Hope, the calling is clear: to provide support for deaf children living in poverty.

These children face unique challenges:

• Many have never learned sign language and cannot communicate with family.
• They may lack access to deaf education, leaving them isolated.
• Without language, how can they know God loves them?

It’s up to us to act. Supporting these children means offering them the tools they need to survive—and eventually, to thrive.

“Deaf Gain can be defined as this: Deafness is not the loss of a sense nor does it confine you or define you. In deafness, there is so much to be gained.” — Katie Rivera, DCH Promotions and Advancement

Every child has unique gifts with the power to change the world. At Deaf Child Hope, we believe in being a change agent—empowering deaf children living in poverty to rise above their circumstances and unleash their God-given potential.

When these children first connect with Deaf Child Hope and our partner organizations, their focus is often on survival. But over time, with access to deaf education, sign language, and a supportive community, survival turns into thriving.

Every child has the right to dream. But imagine how difficult it would be to have dreams you couldn’t share—no language to communicate with your parents, siblings, or teachers. That’s the reality for many deaf children in impoverished communities. You can help change that.

Recently, we partnered with a new organization in Kenya, currently focused on helping children move from survival to thriving. In an incredible show of compassion, the DCH community stepped up—all 14 children and several teachers were sponsored at $38/month in less than 10 days.

Less than 10 days!

This rapid response shows the power of supporting deaf children in poverty when a community listens to God’s calling. Progress in this mission often feels slow, but moments like these remind us why we do this work.

Still, the need is overwhelming:

• There are 25 million deaf children worldwide living in poverty.
• Many are homeless, abused, or without access to education and sign language.
• Without intervention, they may never know their full potential.

But with God, nothing is impossible. His power is limitless, and together, we can make a difference.

How You Can Support Deaf Children Living in Poverty

Sponsor a Deaf Child: Just $38/month can provide a child with deaf education, language learning, and community support.

Donate: Help fund programs that offer medical care, education, and spiritual development for deaf children in impoverished areas.

Raise Awareness: Share our mission and the incredible stories of transformation happening through Deaf Child Hope and our global partners.

Purchase DCH Merch: Every item featuring our DCH half logo spreads a message of love and connection, reminding the world that God’s love reaches every child, in every language.

Together, We Make Hope Possible

Deaf Child Hope exists to ensure that deaf children living in poverty are not overlooked. With your help, we can continue:

• Providing access to sign language and deaf education
• Expanding partnerships to reach more children in need
• Sharing God’s love in every corner of the world

Thank you for being part of this journey with us here at Deaf Child Hope. Your generosity and compassion make all the difference. Together, we can ensure that every deaf child living in poverty knows they are loved, valued, and capable of changing the world.